A creative space with round wooden tables, cushioned chairs, pendant lighting, and an open kitchen at Makers Quarter.
A creative space with pottery wheels, shelving with ceramics, and large potted plants at Makers Quarter.
A creative space with a large wooden table, easels, abstract artwork, and framed prints at Makers Quarter.
A creative space with wooden shelving, decorative pillows, art pieces, and dining tables set at Makers Quarter.

Makers Quarter / KOLAB at Makers Quarter

Creative Space in an Event Venue
·
Whole venue
42 Aytoun Street, Kampus, Manchester, M1 3GL –
Manchester City Centre
Up to 50
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

Makers Quarter brings together two creative spaces — Kolab Concept Store & Kitchen and the Makers Quarter Studios for art, pottery, and textiles.

1. Kolab Concept Store & Kitchen
Kolab isn’t your usual café. It’s a mix of great design, local food, and good vibes. You can shop unique lifestyle brands, grab amazing coffee, and enjoy fresh, local dishes.

It’s also a great spot for events — from product launches and creative workshops to private parties. Brands like Crocs and JD Sports have already hosted here, so you know it’s a solid choice.

2. Makers Quarter Studios
Right next to Kolab, you’ll find our art, pottery, and textiles studios — over 2,000 sq ft of space built for creativity. We run hands-on classes, team sessions, and workshops that suit any occasion.

You can book one space or take over the whole area. Perfect for team-building days, office parties, or product launches — whatever you’ve got in mind.

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 50
Theatre
up to 50
Boardroom
up to 30
U-Shaped
up to 24
Classroom
up to 50

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
No alcohol provided by the venue
BYO alcohol allowed A fee is charged if you bring your own alcohol
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Quiet space
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Coffee Shop
Concept Store
Pottery School
Art Studio
Textiles Studio
Restaurant
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
Space has noise restriction after 23:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 20:00

Host rules

Keep the space clean.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

Show cancellation details

FAQ

Yes, a DJ would be welcome, and there are several areas where they can be set up.

No, large-group private late-night hire is a combination of a private hire fee, a per-person food price and a minimum bar spend.

About Makers Quarter

Makers Quarter is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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